The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe
Europe · 2009
149 min · 36 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
A nostalgic journey through infectious melodies and anthemic choruses that defined '80s rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends dynamic collection of anthems wave-like pacing for road trips
- Context
- By the time 'The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe' was released in 2009, Europe had already established themselves as a prominent force in rock music since their 1986 breakthrough album. This compilation showcases their most iconic tracks, encapsulating their evolution from glam metal roots to mainstream success during the late '80s and early '90s.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal
The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe is an album by Europe, released in 2009. A nostalgic journey through infectious melodies and anthemic choruses that defined '80s rock. This album is significant as it features the band's most commercially successful single, 'The Final Countdown,' which reached the top of charts worldwide and has been widely featured in popular culture. The compilation serves both as a celebration of Europe's legacy and a resurgence of interest in arena rock during the mid-2000s revival of classic rock sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe sound like?
A nostalgic journey through infectious melodies and anthemic choruses that defined '80s rock. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe by Europe notable?
This album is significant as it features the band's most commercially successful single, 'The Final Countdown,' which reached the top of charts worldwide and has been widely featured in popular culture. The compilation serves both as a celebration of Europe's legacy and a resurgence of interest in arena rock during the mid-2000s revival of classic rock sounds. By the time 'The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe' was released in 2009, Europe had already established themselves as a prominent force in rock music since their 1986 breakthrough album. This compilation showcases their most iconic tracks, encapsulating their evolution from glam metal roots to mainstream success during the late '80s and early '90s.
Who is The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe for?
The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe works well if you're into nostalgic sing-alongs with friends, dynamic collection of anthems and wave-like pacing for road trips.
How many songs are on The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe?
The Final Countdown: The Best of Europe has 36 tracks, running approximately 149 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 The Final Countdown Standout 5:11
- 2 Carrie Standout 4:31
- 3 Rock the Night Standout 4:06
- 4 Superstitious 4:35
- 5 Love Chaser 3:28
- 6 Cherokee 4:12
- 7 Open Your Heart 4:03
- 8 Let the Good Times Rock 4:05
- 9 Sign of the Times 4:16
- 10 More Than Meets the Eye 3:22
- 11 Tomorrow 3:06
- 12 Prisoners in Paradise 4:31
- 13 I'll Cry for You 4:10
- 14 Halfway to Heaven 4:08
- 15 Sweet Love Child 4:59
- 16 The Final Countdown 2000 3:48
- 17 Time Has Come 4:00
- 18 Heart of Stone 3:47
Disc 2
- 1 On Broken Wings 3:45
- 2 In the Future to Come 5:01
- 3 Seven Doors Hotel 5:16
- 4 Stormwind 4:24
- 5 Scream of Anger 4:05
- 6 Dreamer 4:20
- 7 Ninja 3:46
- 8 Coast to Coast 4:00
- 9 Ready or Not 4:04
- 10 Seventh Sign 4:42
- 11 Got Your Mind in the Gutter 5:00
- 12 Aphasia 2:31
- 13 A Long Time Comin' 3:56
- 14 Girl From Lebanon 4:21
- 15 Wings of Tomorrow 3:58
- 16 Danger on the Track 3:47
- 17 Never Say Die 4:01
- 18 Lights and Shadows 4:05
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
149 min 37 sec
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